Sony
Sony MB-X6 Professional UHF Tuner Base Unit
Rack-mountable UHF tuner base unit housing up to six diversity receiver modules with balanced XLR outputs.
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Overview
Professional-Grade Wireless Audio Management
The Sony Professional MBX6 UHF Tuner Base Unit is designed for high-density wireless microphone systems. It can house up to six diversity tuner modules, providing reliable and clear audio for professional applications.
Specifications:
- Brand: Sony
- Model: MB-X6
- Type: UHF Tuner Base Unit
- Antenna Divider: Built-in active antenna divider
- Module Capacity: Holds up to 6 x WRU-806B or URX-M2 diversity tuner modules
- Rack Space: 1 RU
- Outputs: Six individual balanced XLR outputs
- Output Level: Mic/line Output level switching
- Mix Out: XLR balanced MIX out
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Houses up to six diversity tuner modules in a single 1 RU rack space, conserving rack real estate
- Built-in active antenna divider eliminates the need for separate antenna distribution hardware
- Individual balanced XLR outputs per channel plus a dedicated mix output for flexible routing
- Mic/line output level switching accommodates different downstream equipment requirements
👎 Cons
- Tuner modules (WRU-806B or URX-M2) must be purchased separately, adding to the total system cost
- Limited to Sony-compatible tuner modules, locking you into the Sony wireless ecosystem
- The unit itself provides no onboard DSP or audio processing beyond signal routing
- At 1 RU, a fully loaded unit with six channels may generate noticeable heat in a tightly packed rack
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tuner modules can the MB-X6 hold at once?
It supports up to six WRU-806B or URX-M2 diversity tuner modules in a single 1 RU rack space.
Does the MB-X6 include a built-in antenna system?
Yes, it features a built-in active antenna divider, so all installed modules share a single pair of antennas without needing an external splitter.
What output connections does the MB-X6 provide?
Each module slot has its own balanced XLR output, and there is also a balanced XLR mix output that combines all active channels.
Can the individual outputs be switched between mic and line level?
Yes, the MB-X6 includes mic/line output level switching for each of the six individual balanced XLR outputs.
How much rack space does the MB-X6 require?
It occupies a standard 1 RU (rack unit) of space in a 19-inch equipment rack.
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